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Health & Social Care

Mental health concerns have become one of the biggest challenges faced by our society today. It is estimated that around 450 million people worldwide suffer from some form of mental health problem. In the UK around a quarter of British adults will experience some form of mental health problem every year. Despite the lack of understanding of many aspects of mental health it is crucial to have a good understanding of the information available to us regardless of the sector we work in. In this course we aim to provide you with an overview of mental health its impact on society and the importance of mental health awareness in all areas of life.

  • Entry Requirements, Units, Assessment and more...

    Entry Requirements

    This course is suitable for a range of levels. College staff will support you at the enrolment stage to confirm your eligibility for the course.

    Assessment Method

    Online assessment workbooks and classroom activity.

    Aims of the course

    This course aims to increase learners' understanding of symptoms and management of stress anxiety and phobias further personal and professional development and provide a clear understanding of mental health legislation.

    Progression Opportunities

    Upon completion of this course learners will have the opportunity to progress onto further qualifications such as: - Level 2 and 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care - Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia - Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care.

    Facilities

    The course will be delivered through blended learning including online assessments and face-to-face workshops.

Course Details

Venue Lewisham Way
Day/Eve Day
Mode Part Time
Start Date 02/12/2024
End Date 28/02/2025
Course Code 3HCAH9A0

Funding

For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Fees and Finance.

16-18 Free
19-24 £ 362
24+ Please Enquire
International Please Enquire

More Options

  • Starting 03/03/2025 at Lewisham Way
    Venue Lewisham Way
    Day/Eve Day
    Mode Part Time
    Start Date 03/03/2025
    End Date 27/06/2025
    Course Code 3HCAI9A0

    Funding

    For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Fees and Finance.

    16-18 Free
    19-24 £ 362
    24+ Please Enquire
    International Please Enquire
  • Starting 01/12/2025 at Lewisham Way
    Venue Lewisham Way
    Day/Eve Day
    Mode Part Time
    Start Date 01/12/2025
    End Date 27/02/2026
    Course Code 3HCAH9A0

    Funding

    For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Fees and Finance.

    16-18 Free
    19-24 £ 362
    24+ Please Enquire
    International Please Enquire
  • Starting 02/03/2026 at Lewisham Way
    Venue Lewisham Way
    Day/Eve Day
    Mode Part Time
    Start Date 02/03/2026
    End Date 26/06/2026
    Course Code 3HCAI9A0

    Funding

    For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Fees and Finance.

    16-18 Free
    19-24 £ 362
    24+ Please Enquire
    International Please Enquire
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Coronavirus update

Lewisham College is closely monitoring all communications and guidance as it becomes available. This information is for students and staff and reflects updates from the World Health Organisation (WHO) and Public Health England (PHE). We are prepared to escalate our contingency arrangements in the event of change.

The government is monitoring the situation closely and will continue to work with the WHO and international community. For staff and students it remains business as usual across our sites and our workplaces.

Please note that, at present, this advice refers only to arrivals from Wuhan, and not the remainder of China. If you have returned from Wuhan you should:

General guidance for those planning visits to Wuhan or other destinations in China

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) maintains updated travel advice for those planning a trip to Wuhan or other destinations in China. This is available at:

www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/china

Note

This advice is derived from The Department of Health and Social Care will be publishing updated data on a daily basis at 2pm until further notice:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-information-for-the-public#situation-in-the-uk

Supplementary Q&A for individuals wishing to know more around how the UK is managing the risk:

https://publichealthmatters.blog.gov.uk/2020/01/23/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-what-you-need-to-know/